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The upcoming Crime Congress in Abu Dhabi, together with the UAE’s leadership role in INTERPOL, appear to be golden opportunities for the country to be seen as a trusted and reliable partner in the global efforts to combat organized crime and corruption. Yet, given Dubai’s reputation as a safe...
on Jul 14
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Building Blocks of a Global Strategy Against Organized Crime
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In the last few decades, organized crime has mutated faster than our ability to understand or disrupt it. It threatens our lives and the security and well-being of societies. Despite the severity and pervasiveness of the threat, current responses are proving inadequate. Innovative thinking and...
on Jul 4
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Russian-speaking migrant smugglers on the US southern border
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Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has prompted thousands of Russians to flee their country for fear of political persecution. Migration flows from Central Asia, particularly Uzbekistan, have also surged. Many seek refuge in the US, facilitated by Russian- and Uzbek-speaking smuggling networks...
on Mar 18
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Fishy Business: Illegal fishing in Somalia and the capture of state institutions | Global Initiative
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This paper will present three case studies of IUU fishing practices in Somalia, each illustrating a different facet of corruption within Somali state institutions.
on Mar 1
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The Middle East as the world’s illicit arms depot
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Western Asia is home to the fastest-growing arms market in the world, a concerning share of which is falling into the hands of organized crime groups, driven by conflict as well as fuelling it. Meanwhile, ongoing regional instability and governments’ failure to address people’s security needs...
on Dec 10
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Time of Troubles: The Russian underworld since the Ukraine invasion
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The first comprehensive assessment of the impact of the Ukraine war on the Russian underworld. The war’s human and economic costs, along with the political retrenchment of a regime under growing pressure, are all transforming illegal markets and organized crime in Russia with potentially...
on Dec 4
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Reconstructing Ukraine: Context-tailored approaches to corruption | Global Initiative
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The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has caused damage that has been estimated to be up to US$135.9 billion. However, the Ukrainian Government believes it will cost around US$750 billion for complete reconstruction. Corruption is a significant governance issue in Ukraine even after the war, hindering...
on Oct 31, 2023